Classic Gran Crochet Square for Patchwork Medley

Welcome to the seventh and final square of the Patchwork Medley Blanket Series. Today, I’m introducing my variation of a Classic Granny Square, which I affectionately call the Classic Gran Crochet Square. Like the others in this series, I’ve designed it to seamlessly complement the previous six squares. This square is perfect for beginners, with the first five rounds following the same simple pattern.

While this marks the end of the square tutorials for this series, there’s still one more tutorial to come. In the next session, I’ll cover everything you need to know: determining the number of squares for your desired blanket size, tips on my colour order choices, demonstrating my Join As You Go technique for crocheting squares together, and finally adding a beautiful border.

This series came about because so many of you asked how to combine my different Granny Square designs into one cohesive blanket. I’ve selected six of my favourites, added a brand-new one, and adjusted them all to fit together beautifully. Once all seven squares are complete, I’ll walk you through my JAYGO method to join them seamlessly for a cozy, stylish finish.

If you’re just jumping in, the first six squares are already up on the blog, and I’ve put together a handy YouTube playlist so you can follow along from the beginning.

Find the 1st Square Here – Fusion Granny Square – Perfect Blend of Classic & Modern Crochet

Find the 2nd Square Here – Big Skye Granny Square – Patchwork Medley Blanket

Find the 3rd Square Here – Crochet Mandala Square for Patchwork Medley Blanket

Find the 4th Square Here – Wispy Willow Crochet Square For Patchwork Medley

Find the 5th Square Here – Free Spirit Crochet Square for Patchwork Medley

Find the 6th Square Here – Daisy Crochet Square for Patchwork Medley

Find the FULL PLAYLIST Here

Scroll Down and Crochet Along with me – The Classic Gran Crochet Square Step By Step Video Tutorial is Below

I can’t wait to see your version of the Classic Gran Crochet Square—let’s get started!

You can find more captivating colour combinations for your squares over on my Instagram and Pinterest.
I love sharing lots of pics of my colour experiments there!

Pattern Details

The Classic Gran Crochet Square consists of 8 rounds.

The final piece measures approximately 8 ½ inches ( 21.5 cm )

Materials You’ll Need

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For this project, I’m using worsted weight yarn in five colours, but feel free to choose your own colour palette.

Here’s what I used for my version:

The Colours I’m using today for this Classic Gran Crochet Square are the same colours I will use throughout the Patchwork Medley Blanket

One of my Favourite Places to order yarn online is Mary Maxim Yarns – they carry a nice variety of colours and brands at affordable prices, and they also offer great coupons to inspire you to keep coming back for more, because can you really have too much yarn?

A – Botany Teal – Bernat Premium – Or a good alternative for this is Teal Heather by Bernat Super Value
B – Jade – Red Heart Super Saver
C – Lettuce – Red Heart With Love
D – Medium Thyme – Red Heart Super Saver
E – Almond – Impeccable – Loops and Threads

Hook: 5.00 mm US 8 / H
My Favourite Hook is the Susan Bates Ergonomic Silvalume

Other Supplies:

Scissors
Yarn needle for darning in ends

Gauge / Finished Size of the Classic Gran Crochet Square

8.5 x 8.5 inches / 21.5 x 21.5 cm

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Abbreviations:

ch – chain

st(s)– stitch(es)

sl st – slip stitch

sc – single crochet

hdc – half double crochet

dc – double crochet

tr – treble crochet

lp(s) – loop(s)

yo– yarn over

rnd – round

beg – beginning

prev – previous

sp – space

sk – skip

rep – repeat

dec – decrease

Cont – continue

Col – Colour

More Information on Hooks Sizes, Yarn Weights and Crochet Language

Hook Sizes see the Craft Yarn Council’s Page Here

For Standard Yarn Weight Information See this Page

A Handy PDF from Annie’s on the difference between UK and US Crochet Terms

A Nice Explanation from LoveCraft’s on The UK and US differences

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Classic Gran Crochet Square Instructions:

With First Col, Make a Magic Ring

OR alternative to Magic Ring is to Ch 4, sl st in first ch to form a ring

Rnd 1: Ch 3 { counts as dc }, work into ring, 2 dc, ( ch 3, 3 dc ) 3 times, ch 3, sl st in 3rd ch of beg ch-3, fasten off
{ 12 dc, 4 ch-3 sp }

Rnd 2: Join Next Col, with a sl st in any corner ch-3 sp of prev rnd, ch 3 { counts as dc }, 2 dc in same ch-3 sp, [ ch 1, ( 3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc ) in next ch-3 sp ] 3 times, ch 1, 3 dc in same ch-3 sp as join, ch 3, sl st in 3rd ch of beg ch-3, fasten off.
{ 24 dc, 4 ch-3 sp, 4 ch-1 sp }

Rnd 3: Join Next Col with a sl st in any corner ch-3 sp of prev rnd, ch 3 { counts as dc }, 2 dc in same ch-3 sp, [ ch 1, 3 dc in next ch-1 sp, ch 1, ( 3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc ) in next ch-3 sp ] 3 times, ch 1, 3 dc in next ch-1 sp, ch 1, 3 dc in same ch-3 sp as join, ch 3, sl st in 3rd ch of beg ch-3, fasten off. { 36 dc, 4 ch-3 sp, 8 ch-1 sp }

Rnd 4: Join Next Col with a sl st in any corner ch-3 sp of prev rnd, ch 3 { counts as dc }, 2 dc in same ch-3 sp, * ( ch 1, 3 dc in next ch-1 sp ) twice, ch 1, ** [ 3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc ] in next corner ch-3 sp, rep from * 2 more times, then rep from * to ** once more, 3 dc in same ch-3 sp as join, ch 3, sl st in 3rd ch of beg ch-3, fasten off. { 48 dc, 4 ch-3 sp, 12 ch-1 sp }

Rnd 5: Join Next Col with a sl st in any corner ch-3 sp of prev rnd, ch 3 { counts as dc }, 2 dc in same ch-3 sp, * ( ch 1, 3 dc in next ch-1 sp ) three times, ch 1, ** ( 3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc ) in next corner ch-3 sp, rep from * 2 more times, then rep from * to ** once more, 3 dc in same ch-3 sp as join, ch 3, sl st in 3rd ch of beg ch-3, fasten off. { 60 dc, 4 ch-3 sp, 16 ch-1 sp }

Rnd 6: Join Next Col with a sl st in any corner ch-3 sp of prev rnd, ch 3 { counts as dc }, 2 dc in same ch-3 sp,* ( 3 dc into next ch-1 sp ) four times, ** ( 3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc ) in next corner ch-3 sp, rep from * 2 more times, then rep from * to ** once more, 3 dc in same ch-3 sp as join, ch 3, sl st in 3rd ch of beg ch-3, fasten off. { 72 dc, 4 ch-3 sp }

Rnd 7: Join Next Col with a sc in any corner ch-3 sp of prev rnd, ch 1, ( sc in next st, ch 1 ) twice, [ sk next st, ( sc in next st, ch 1 ) 3 times ] 4 times, ** ( sc, ch 2, sc ) in corner ch-3 sp, rep from * 2 more times, then rep from * to ** once more, sc in same ch-3 sp as join, ch 2, sl st in first sc of rnd, DO NOT fasten off. { 64 sc, 60 ch-1 sp, 4 ch-2 sp }

Rnd 8: Cont with Same Col, sl st in next ch-sp from prev rnd, ch 1, sc in same ch-sp, ch 1, ( sc in next ch-1 sp, ch 1 ) 14 times, ( sc, ch 2, sc ) into next ch-2 sp, * ch 1, ( sc in next ch-1 sp, ch 1 ) 15 times, ( sc, ch 2, sc ) into next ch-2 sp rep from * two more times, ch 1, sl st in first sc of rnd, fasten off. { 68 sc, 64 ch-1 sp, 4 ch-2 sp }